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Things That Sober You Up

After a night of a little too much fun, you might find that you are still drunk and need to get going with your day. With a few tricks up your sleeve, you can quickly sober up and get yourself off to work or into the rest of your day. These methods are not meant to prevent or cure alcoholism.

  1. Preventive Measures

    • Before you even start drinking, try taking an early defense known as a "chaser pill." These specialized pills will help you sober up quickly and reduce the chances of a hangover the next day. It is important to drink a lot of water before and after drinking for these pills to have their full effect.

    Quit Drinking

    • Though it seems obvious, if you want to sober up, you need to first stop drinking.

    Exercise

    • Exercise awakens the body and helps you become more alert, whether you drink or not. By getting your blood pumping and your heart working, you can increase your control and limit shaking.

    Fructose

    • Meals high in fructose can help you sober up faster than those that do not. Some foods high in fructose are sodas, fruit, honey, and fig pastries.

    Energy

    • Though coffee does not help you sober up quickly, a jolt of energy can help you become more alert and sober up. Try drinking an energy drink or a cup of coffee. This can speed up your metabolism and push the alcohol out of your system a little faster.

    Sleep

    • One of the best ways to sober up is to simply sleep it off. Allow your body ample time to rest and cleanse your system of the alcohol.

    Hydration

    • Alcohol can dehydrate the body rather quickly. Replenish the loss of fluids with an electrolyte drink or water. Try a liver detox tea from your local health foods store to help increase urine production and push the alcohol out of your body.

    Eating

    • Before drinking, always eat a full meal and drink plenty of fluids. Food will absorb the alcohol you take in, helping you sober up faster.

    Activated Charcoal

    • Though this typically requires a prescription or a physician's supervision, activated charcoal can remove any alcohol that remains in the stomach and help you sober up faster.

    Cold Shower

    • A cold shower will wake you up and make you more alert, which can help you feel more sober.

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